#MASSPchat Archive
Chats will be moderated by MASSP staff, members of the MASSP Board of Directors and MASSP Members – we will also have special guest moderators on occasion.
Monday September 12, 2016
Hello everyone welcome back to - Super excited! Let's start with intros- name, district, etc. BONUS: Tigers make the play offs?
Welcome back to chat! Looking forward to spending an hour talking about back to school matters!
Go Tigers! Jason Salhaney Romulus Middle School, starting my 19th year!
Hello . Chris Ming, AP/AD at Marine City HS in East China. Make wildcard, lose in 1-game playoff
Welcome back everyone! Jenni Thunberg, AP Bay City Central...Playoffs!
Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal at Countryside Academy, Benton Harbor. Not betting on the Tigers :(
Dr. Steve Chapman, 1st year MS principal in the Dallas TX area looking forward to joining. I miss Ian Kinsler ;-)
Welcome great to see you on board tonight!
Ryan Cayce, Principal of Ubly Jr/Sr High. I hope so!
Hi Jen! I hope all is well in BC!
As everyone is starting to join in to - remember the format...I will moderate and post Q1: and you'll respond A1: w/answer.
All is great - congrats on your new position!
Sherri Becker, St. Clair Middle School, East China Schools- Go Blue!
Welcome Dr. Steve Chapman. It's great to have you join us from the lone Star state!
🎉Yeah...so happy to be back at it. Grand Haven HS Principal, MASSP President.
Hi Ryan! I hope your year is off to a good start!
Hail everyone! Madame President has joined us! https://t.co/BmEhDYvhXj
🎉Yeah...so happy to be back at it. Grand Haven HS Principal, MASSP President.
Jason Schrock, Howell High school checking in!
Hi Sherri. Thanks for joining our chat tonight!
great to be with the group! Charlie Hollerith
That's about enough of this "hail" stuff...
Not so fast. Notre Dame is going to crush this weekend.
Q1: Is in the hopper...just a few seconds!
Hello Charles! Always great to have you along! https://t.co/hLtvB6NLGJ
great to be with the group! Charlie Hollerith
Q1: What are you most excited about this school year?
A1: Our new evaluation system of course!
Hello Michael Alley, Principal St. Clair Middle School. Glad to get back in the saddle with MASSP Chat
A1) I’m excited about my first year as a MS principal after being an elementary principal for 12 years.
A1 really getting into the alignment of our assessments. Are we measuring what students are learning?
Greetings! AP with ! Serving great leaders,teachers,&students! https://t.co/rcmk0W5PqV
Hello everyone welcome back to - Super excited! Let's start with intros- name, district, etc. BONUS: Tigers make the play offs?
development of learning communities at BHHS!
A1: Developing a student-led leadership program for student-athletes Great idea from one of my coaches
A1: Getting to meet the students and staff at my new district and being a part of some great traditions I haven't seen before!
Hi Mr. Alley! Glad your back at it! https://t.co/Kkq1P05Zu3
Hello Michael Alley, Principal St. Clair Middle School. Glad to get back in the saddle with MASSP Chat
Hello! Denise Kott, Principal Davisburg Elementary
What a great idea. Any outline to the program, please share!
Hi! So glad you could join us!
I have found that MS Principals are the most rounded and smartest administrators. Welcome to the Club.... https://t.co/VnUY6HS87t
A1) I’m excited about my first year as a MS principal after being an elementary principal for 12 years.
A1: after a few years of changes in testing, staff, etc, feel like we can get to work on goals with some consistency.
They learn quicker than everyone else. MS kids keep you hopping.
Good for you! Change is good. https://t.co/igrr21EqXW
A1) I’m excited about my first year as a MS principal after being an elementary principal for 12 years.
How great that an administrator is excited to dig into assessments to check alignment
A1: I'm most excited for my first year as a principal.
Hi Denise! Thank you for joining us tonight! https://t.co/lIi8TjrYGq
Hello! Denise Kott, Principal Davisburg Elementary
Very cool Ryan! They will appreciate your positive energy. https://t.co/8nq34aaCRW
A1: Getting to meet the students and staff at my new district and being a part of some great traditions I haven't seen before!
The best experience and the most challenging. You'll be tired all the time, but very rewarding.
Looking forward to hearing more about this when I see you! https://t.co/sb2jDGjTUR
development of learning communities at BHHS!
A1: Always excited to see how the seniors step up and the freshmen join to our building. Oldest son is a 9th grader .....
A1. I'm exciterd to go down the 5D path and be able to use a evaluation as a tool for growth and improvement
A1: Intentional discussions with Ts about assessment results and RtI plans
I bet! One of those terrifying and exciting things! https://t.co/S3HykOXdQ4
A1: I'm most excited for my first year as a principal.
A1: excited for the work we will be doing in the classroom, we've adopted the 5D framework district wide
A1: Excited about the opportunity to put more focus on instruction! Recently turned K8! Operations have had us for awhile!
You will love the job! Congratulations! https://t.co/tlePCUIUmN
A1: I'm most excited for my first year as a principal.
BAM! https://t.co/tX701aNnZM
A1. I'm exciterd to go down the 5D path and be able to use a evaluation as a tool for growth and improvement
MASSP is a great place to learn, network and share ideas.
Brian McCarthy, Howell High School. A1-Most excited to have observation structure that promotes dialogue with teachers
How did initial roll out go? https://t.co/7glmkCLRng
A1: excited for the work we will be doing in the classroom, we've adopted the 5D framework district wide
What type of assessments?
I am already exhausted, but more fulfilled than I ever have been! Thx!!
You can't argue with data. It's a great way to initiate discussions. https://t.co/yj8z7ypGFt
A1: Intentional discussions with Ts about assessment results and RtI plans
A1: our kids and their intentionality in growing our culture
Hi Brian. Welcome to https://t.co/bHYpe3upTV
Brian McCarthy, Howell High School. A1-Most excited to have observation structure that promotes dialogue with teachers
Q2: What is a concern you plan to address this school year?
Hello ! Michelle Baker-Herring, Principal, Southgate Anderson High School
A1: Focusing on our IMPACT as we interact with others and encouraging staff & students to SHOW UP for others!
Working with students to improve culture is imperative! Way to go! https://t.co/hoCeMvdrJz
A1: our kids and their intentionality in growing our culture
A2) We have a lot of new teachers, so teacher support & growth is imperative.
A1: Smooth start...not feeling everything is so new
Thanks for jumping in https://t.co/DN12bn2Gm8
Hello ! Michelle Baker-Herring, Principal, Southgate Anderson High School
Q2: Transitioning to 5D+. We have great, experienced tchrs and this is going to be a learning process...for all of us
Very True...ensuring that culture remains positive & that they are supported in the transition.
A2 New evaluation system, but how we will continue to work as a group despite the lack of a collective bargaining agreement.
A1: so encouraged to see how much teacher leadership there is in our PBIS programs this year
A2: encouraging proactive initiative rather than reactive "clean up"
A2- Building trust with teachers regarding observations. No gotchas. All about growth!
A2: I plan to be visible, in classrooms, on the playground, in the halls, etc
A2: increase school to community communication and increase school spirit
Climate and Culture but also developing a student growth mindset with our teachers and staff.
How is morale in the building w/o an agreement?
Good to know it is a process & not something that changes over night. https://t.co/YDSDrhMeK5
Q2: Transitioning to 5D+. We have great, experienced tchrs and this is going to be a learning process...for all of us
Not too bad right now. I was the former union president for a number of years so I identify with it and respect it.
have you ever used REMIND to send short text messages? Parents love it! https://t.co/czHGnp0zcP
A2: increase school to community communication and increase school spirit
A2: changes to the eval system, building moral in times when teachers are not getting the steps they deserve.
A2: Tier 2 intervention strategies for students, along with positive reinforcement
A2) Have a veteran staff so I hope to infuse some excitement/fun back into every day. Make it so people enjoy their job agian
A2: Focusing on how we use data throughout the building
You've got this! Important to bring in key student groups to build that school spirit & belonging. https://t.co/MQkTqE0yK3
A2: increase school to community communication and increase school spirit
After so many years with depressed salaries this one is getting very hard.
A2: changes to the eval system, building morale in times when teachers are not getting the steps they deserve.
That is good. I'm sure having that background helps
Always a solid plan! You can't lead from the office. https://t.co/eCweySIo5g
A2: I plan to be visible, in classrooms, on the playground, in the halls, etc
BAM! Always worth the investment of front loaded time to communicate/plan. https://t.co/XMeHhXVCFA
A2: encouraging proactive initiative rather than reactive "clean up"
I always look for ways to infuse fun into the culture. I can't work if it's not fun! https://t.co/q79HVv0kRt
A2) Have a veteran staff so I hope to infuse some excitement/fun back into every day. Make it so people enjoy their job agian
A2: Not necessarily a problem..more of a focus.😉 Marrying maintaining relationships and awesome data...A very important union!
That's a challenge...just work to be inclusive & partner w/the Ts as much as possible. https://t.co/kjkVYxrsTw
A2 New evaluation system, but how we will continue to work as a group despite the lack of a collective bargaining agreement.
yes, it is. But I've got to believe things will get better. They have to improve eventually.
just made a FB page and we are purchasing School Messenger as well!
Celebrate the small successes along the way- that always helps! https://t.co/CS89Ep3uE1
A2: Focusing on how we use data throughout the building
A2: Building more alignment to after so many years aligning and analyzing ACT
met with the Student Council President on Friday and developed a list!
And how to use data so it is a good marriage!
A2: Honestly can't think of a concern ... Positive & Productive!
A2) Trying to keep the main thing, the main thing. Culture over everything. All starts with relationships.
Q3: Tell us one of your personal/professional goals for the year.
Remind your staff how important they are to students. Being needed is priceless! https://t.co/B8JcOt0k55
A2: changes to the eval system, building morale in times when teachers are not getting the steps they deserve.
Great start...band student leaders, athletes, clubs, NHS etc- the more the better! https://t.co/QlI1qcfJVc
met with the Student Council President on Friday and developed a list!
BAM! Great sage advice...now doing it, that's another thing. :) https://t.co/SzHp2vMlms
A2) Trying to keep the main thing, the main thing. Culture over everything. All starts with relationships.
Exactly ! Application is DEFINITELY a necessity in this union! https://t.co/MAxiozproQ
And how to use data so it is a good marriage!
A3) As a new principal to the campus I am developing relationships with the students, teachers, and community.
A3: Increase my communication with parents through screencasts
A3: 8 mini-observations per teacher. Wish me luck. I'm going to need it!
A3) Find ways to get valuable data in a usable format into PLCs hands and use it to drive & adjust instruction/assessments.
A3) No junior fails a core class. Only 618 students and 2472 classes. We got this!
Just popping in to say hello from DC! Have a great and I'll join in next week!
Love that idea...let me know if that seems to work. Curious to know if they will like that format. https://t.co/8ICO1CD9N7
A3: Increase my communication with parents through screencasts
A3: empower and grow more Leaders, both Educator and student
You are wise to realize building trusting relationships is the most important tool! https://t.co/3LA9p7y64u
A3) As a new principal to the campus I am developing relationships with the students, teachers, and community.
A3: Setting new boundaries with my new school so I can be "all in" when at home. Cayce No. 4 arrives in Feb!
That is a fantastic goal! What kind of supports do you have in place?
Awesome goal! How do get all staff on board with this? https://t.co/0msRewSDif
A3) No junior fails a core class. Only 618 students and 2472 classes. We got this!
A3: This may sound trivial, but to master...no conquer.. buses! They are running my life! 😏😎😏
A3) Support Ts as they take risks and enter new territory now that we are 1:1. Hope to help growth along SAMR model.
Hello , Michigan Principal of the year. Thank you for joining us from DC! https://t.co/wrHaicSirV
Just popping in to say hello from DC! Have a great and I'll join in next week!
A3: to get in more classrooms and have more meaningful conversations with teachers.
Nice! That is a very admirable goal. Schedule it and stick to it. https://t.co/M0cL8z259W
A3: 8 mini-observations per teacher. Wish me luck. I'm going to need it!
Got it from We are looking at building a YouTube channel and building a video library throughout the year.
Holy #4! How awesome is that! Congratulations. https://t.co/CuJwtDwOvf
A3: Setting new boundaries with my new school so I can be "all in" when at home. Cayce No. 4 arrives in Feb!
A3) To get better using school improvement tools/frameowrks
A3: Reducing the amount of work I take home each night and on the weekends! Prioritize my work!
Good for you Ryan! Congrats to you and Mrs. Cayce! https://t.co/jjWKBarP9V
A3: Setting new boundaries with my new school so I can be "all in" when at home. Cayce No. 4 arrives in Feb!
A3) Improve my scripting (new 5D Admin can relate), continue to think outside the box, and make this the best year I've had
I'm with you. As AD I talk with transportation more than any other department...everyday
Cool- from right?! https://t.co/cj4OXgAv8m
Got it from We are looking at building a YouTube channel and building a video library throughout the year.
A3: Model and provide my staff with strategies that convey the 5D rubric during PD and staff meetings.
You got it! Session got the hamster wheel spinning
Nothing more important than high quality instruction. Ts need/want our feedback. https://t.co/CVwMhYlK5a
A3: to get in more classrooms and have more meaningful conversations with teachers.
Work Life balance. So important for longevity! https://t.co/RP3KwyCcJr
A3: Reducing the amount of work I take home each night and on the weekends! Prioritize my work!
To become comfortable with 5D and help the teachers become comfortable with the process along the way
Hi Sarah! BAM! Good add...I especially like the "model" part. https://t.co/MFPS1pBSVJ
A3: Model and provide my staff with strategies that convey the 5D rubric during PD and staff meetings.
A3: Start the process of building a student success model. Involving many stakeholders. What does a successful student look like?
I am so with you. We are definitely on 1st name basis! They are ALWAYS so nice! Christmas gifts for them all!
Q4: What will be the focus of your staff PD this year?
A4) With so many new teachers, we will really be working on learning the curriculum and aligning our instruction.
A3: My goal is to get into each classroom everyday
We have new buses sitting around, can't find anyone to drive them. Makes away game trips interesting
A3: Balance! It's time to start working under my conditions. Classrooms are a first priority ... every single day!
A4: reflecting on and using feedback to drive instruction
not trivial. Had a student that had a ad experience on bus today and wasn't in state of mind to learn. Love it!
A4: 5D+ Strategies to grow their areas of focus
A4: 5D+ will be the all-consuming focus of our PD this year. It is important work and I'm looking fwd to it
A3: Personal = stay physically active so I don't need a New Years resolution! Professional=observe every one of my teachers (120)
A4: We are looking at the revised 5D+ Rubrics, and working on using assessment/data to inform instruction.
A4 Our staff PD focus this year Is through Personalized Learning w/ . Staff can focus on any area of growth, any time.
A4: All focusing on the marriage: relationships and data. Growing, maintaining, and/or utilizing... https://t.co/Wb2HIGC6rU
Q4: What will be the focus of your staff PD this year?
A4: helping tchs grow along the continuum upon yr 1 of our 1:1 initiative. Going great so far after 2yrs of PD
Great plan Jason! Wouldn't it be awesome to have a new years goal to exercise less? https://t.co/8BLSDuptyW
A3: Personal = stay physically active so I don't need a New Years resolution! Professional=observe every one of my teachers (120)
Its worth fighting the fight! https://t.co/xtBDTnzm0r
A3: Personal = stay physically active so I don't need a New Years resolution! Professional=observe every one of my teachers (120)
Good for you...keep that momentum going. https://t.co/ZLtosrQtD8
A4: 5D+ will be the all-consuming focus of our PD this year. It is important work and I'm looking fwd to it
A4: Continued work w/ Hattie's Visible Learning w/ a side order of fun, team building activities to help our Climate n Culture!
It can make or break the day!!! I have to CONQUER them! 😜
should make HHS AHA Fit Friendly Worksite. Best of both worlds.
Q4: Sustained monthly PD on 5D+ rubric-SIP goals are tied to the rubric. Content area focus on ELA- M-Step scores were not so hot😕
Smart that you aren't one and done...have to keep feeding the growth. https://t.co/4GQbjBB4Hy
A4: helping tchs grow along the continuum upon yr 1 of our 1:1 initiative. Going great so far after 2yrs of PD
A4: building formatted, transparent, aligned, high DOK interim assessments
Hi Craig- thanks for joining us. Go Blue. https://t.co/CO1qg4Eduf
A4 Our staff PD focus this year Is through Personalized Learning w/ . Staff can focus on any area of growth, any time.
Welcome ! Congratulations on continued academic improvement in Grayling!
Love the connection between Purpose & Assessment= powerful learning. https://t.co/xbzxtlnZYu
A4: We are looking at the revised 5D+ Rubrics, and working on using assessment/data to inform instruction.
I think just about everyone could use some time looking at assessment quality- good call. https://t.co/TWvaEfaovY
A4: building formatted, transparent, aligned, high DOK interim assessments
https://t.co/ynfeUqG4jZ
A4: using data to inform instructional efforts and curr. change! We're doing all this testing-what can we learn from it? How can we improve?
A4: School Safety, 5D+ rolling out Purpose, OWN YOUR IMPACT
A4: 5D will be the focus all year. Specifically, classroom environment, purpose and student engagement
sorry about deleted tweet...accidental...hope all my MI folks have great starts to the school year!
A4) Implementation of our four cornerstones through the development of learning communities.
Q5: What will be the focus for YOUR own PD or professional growth this year?
Great start! Looking forward to hearing what changes you are seeing instructionally. https://t.co/LESySnXpLi
A4: 5D will be the focus all year. Specifically, classroom environment, purpose and student engagement
A5: More effective observations and better feedback for teachers. Leverage Leadership is awesome!
I'll share mine if you share yours!
A5: Having those critical conversations that drive growth and change
5D, along with the teachers - with main focus being on noticing, wonderings and composing feedback
A5) My professional growth is will center around 5D implementation. So much to learn/benefit from to make me a stronger Admin
A5: Practicing/using Coaching 101 techniques, data analysis, NGSS
A6) Promoting teacher growth & insuring that instruction is aligned with our curriculum
A5 I challenged our T's to take-risks in classroom this year, so I am looking to do the same.
Love the concept of the inquiry cycle, we learn better together. https://t.co/2wT4rVm1T3
A5) My professional growth is will center around 5D implementation. So much to learn/benefit from to make me a stronger Admin
I feel like our thought processes are aligned Btw, does this count as scripting practice?
A5: Continuing my growth with coaching instructional practices. Looking forward to Cognitive Coaching PD!
A5: Build relationships w/ staff to learn and grow throughout the year. Listen to the & more!
Starting w/aligned daily learning targets is a good start. https://t.co/PfPG2CpnM8
A6) Promoting teacher growth & insuring that instruction is aligned with our curriculum
A5-Becoming an efficient scripter 📝
The feedback architectures are helpful when you are getting started, then it will just flow. https://t.co/bpnoz0OYbF
5D, along with the teachers - with main focus being on noticing, wonderings and composing feedback
Sherri Becker the inquiry cycle is so powerful! https://t.co/mktberNbrJ
5D, along with the teachers - with main focus being on noticing, wonderings and composing feedback
You've got this! In just a month I predict you'll see big gains. https://t.co/OzGqvwLCDe
A5-Becoming an efficient scripter 📝
Hello Rob! Good add! https://t.co/lchOeLDjJa
A5: Build relationships w/ staff to learn and grow throughout the year. Listen to the & more!
A5: Learning my new community, school district, students, teachers, staff...
A5: Learning as much as I can about finances.APs must express the desire to learn this. I want it now...not later. Why wait?
A5: More focus on classroom time! I love being around all of the teaching & learning that takes place each day!
Scheduling my observations. First day to not put off my schedule starts tomorrow! Plan is 4, wish me luck https://t.co/h9YGGUHWcJ
Q5: What will be the focus for YOUR own PD or professional growth this year?
Thanks for a good chat. I'm off to an early bed time, not used to the 5:27am alarm clock.
Q6: Let's close out tonight w/words of wisdom...do you have a closing piece of advice for your colleagues?
Your building is an awesome place to do this! https://t.co/2uF9goGThf
A5: More focus on classroom time! I love being around all of the teaching & learning that takes place each day!
A5: Critical conversations ... Adaptive Schools.
A6-Remember its all for the kids!
A6) Advocate for students and develop relationships with students, teachers, and community.
A6-take a deep breath and lead on!
A6: Keep in touch with fellow "pals," remember why we do what we do, and make it a GREAT year, everyone!
A6: Intentionality! Schedule your day or it will schedule you! Thanks for a great chat tonight everyone!
A6: Remember to take time for yourself and family!
A6: Know your "why" and let it guide your words, actions and decisions
A6: We are heading in the right direction in education in Michigan. Weather the storms, there are clear skies ahead!
A6: keep the 1st things 1st, don't major in the minors. Do what's best for Ss and you can't go wrong. https://t.co/qKFgSm6Tg8
Q6: Let's close out tonight w/words of wisdom...do you have a closing piece of advice for your colleagues?
I'm a big fan of taking a breath...might sound silly but calming yourself before you react is critical. https://t.co/vTYpLFb3eZ
A6-take a deep breath and lead on!
A6 Enjoyed reading the Chat. Words of wisdom: Enjoy each day, love your staff & students You R the Leader https://t.co/F17FSbsf3M
A6-presume positive intentions. Almost always stakeholders WANT students to succeed...just may need some constructive coaching
Interested in hearing responses to A6. Brady Palmer, new Principal, Pinconning MS/HS. I will hear all!
A6: Show Up each day prepared to be positive and make an IMPACT on everyone you encounter. Have fun and enjoy your career choice!
A6: Make sure that your scripting, notices, n wonders are not your only communications w/ staff. Ts need affirmations as well!!
My words of wisdom for you...Don't forget that what you do is important and you make an impact each & every day.
Thank you for hosting tonights chat!
A6: Greet everyone with a smile everyday!
A6:I listen to this at least once a week!(Seriously)So motivating! I had many champions.I HAVE to be one!
https://t.co/EtlnvRIMI7
Welcome Brady! Congrats on your job- you have a great staff. https://t.co/ktmAnKGFk5
Interested in hearing responses to A6. Brady Palmer, new Principal, Pinconning MS/HS. I will hear all!
Thanks for joining tonight! Really nice to reconnect. Please invite a friend for next week!
Thanks for the opportunity to connect. Have a great week!
